Change of the Guard at Israel Elwyn

May 2018

On May 16, 2018, following three busy years, Stuart Rudoler stepped down from the position of Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Israel Elwyn (IE), and Board member Alan Cohn was installed in that position for the coming three years. Both have demonstrated their longstanding commitment to serving children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Israel. The event took place at IE’s annual General Meeting and meeting of the Board of Directors.

Stuart was presented with a printed photograph taken by a member of Israel Elwyn’s Photographing from the Heart – a social enterprise established at IE’s Kfar Yona Regional Occupational Center. Initiated by a staff member who is also a highly skilled photographer, the enterprise has provided instruction in photography for eight individuals with intellectual disability. The group have exhibited their work at various locations throughout the country, as well as providing photography services at conferences and other events.

Stuart Rudoler (outgoing Chairperson) and Alan Cohn (incoming Chairperson) with David Marcu, IE CEO.
On the right is a larger version of the photo presented to Rudoler (Credit: Orel Suissa)

We again salute Stuart for his leadership and wish Alan much success. Both are an inspiration for emerging leaders who follow their example and for helping Israel Elwyn enable more than 4,500 people in Israel, and many more throughout the world, achieve their goals.

We'd love to hear from you! Also, please let us know in advance of your next trip to Israel and we will give you a tour of the Israel Elwyn programs.

You can also contact one of our North American offices: United States: (267) 225-5132 or Canada: (416) 649-1655.

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Sincerely,David B. Marcu, Chief Executive Officer

IE's mission is to develop and provide a wide array of supports and tools for people with disabilities, while constantly
striving for excellence of service and the creation of a just society. Together with people with disabilities and society
at large, we shall continue working as an innovative and cutting-edge organization.

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